Padhuke Kuteera Scheme Karnataka
By Karnataka State Leather Industries Development Corporation (LIDKAR)
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Quick Answer
Karnataka gives roadside cobblers from Scheduled Castes a free steel kiosk (Paduke Kuteera) worth ₹1,25,000 and a free tool kit for self-employment.
About this grant
Roadside cobblers in Karnataka who repair or make footwear get a free steel kiosk, called a Paduke Kuteera, and a free tool kit. The kiosk comes with a signage board and is valued at ₹1,25,000. The tool kit holds the instruments and materials needed for repair and footwear work.
The scheme was run by Karnataka Leather Industries Development Corporation Ltd (KLIDC) under the Department of Social Welfare.
You must be a leather artisan from one of the listed Scheduled Castes and at least 18 years old. Annual family income must not exceed ₹30,000 in rural areas or ₹25,000 in urban areas. You must not have had benefits from other government schemes, except training, and no family member may work in a government or semi-government body.
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Benefits & Funding
- Amount
- Up to ₹1.25L
- Fund type
- Grant
- Equity
- Equity-free
- Repayment
- Non-repayable
What You Get
Beneficiaries of the Padhuke Kuteera Scheme receive a comprehensive in-kind grant designed to establish and upgrade their micro-enterprises. This includes a free Paduke Kuteera, a durable steel-made kiosk that comes equipped with a professional signage board display arrangement. Each Kuteera unit is valued at ₹1,25,000, providing a significant asset to the artisan. In addition to the physical infrastructure, a free tool kit is also provided, supplying cobblers with all the necessary instruments and materials required for their repair work and footwear production activities. This dual benefit of a fixed workspace and essential tools empowers artisans to operate in a more organized and efficient manner, improving service quality, attracting more customers, and ultimately ensuring greater economic stability and self-sufficiency for these traditional craftspeople.
- Disbursement
- Lump Sum
- Bootstrap friendly
- Yes
Timelines & Process
Applications
Rolling basis
Application Process
- 1
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Padhuke Kuteera Scheme?
The Padhuke Kuteera Scheme, implemented by Karnataka Leather Industries Development Corporation Ltd, provides a free steel kiosk (Paduke Kuteera) and a tool kit to roadside cobblers and leather artisans in Karnataka, aiming to promote self-employment.
What are the main benefits of this scheme?
Beneficiaries receive a free steel Paduke Kuteera, which is valued at ₹1,25,000, along with a complete tool kit. This support helps them establish or upgrade their workspace and tools.
Who is eligible to apply for the Padhuke Kuteera Scheme?
The scheme is open to leather artisans aged 18 years or above, belonging to specific Scheduled Castes in Karnataka. Applicants must also meet annual family income criteria (₹30,000 for rural, ₹25,000 for urban) and ensure no family members are employed in government/semi-government sectors or have received similar scheme benefits previously.
How can I apply for the Padhuke Kuteera Scheme?
Applications are submitted online through the Karnataka government's Seva Sindhu Portal. First, new users need to register by providing their Aadhaar, mobile number, and email. Once registered, applicants can log in, select the 'Social Welfare Department', find the 'Padhuke Kuteera Scheme', and fill out the online application form with personal, address, and banking details.
Is there any cost involved for the beneficiaries?
No, the scheme explicitly states that the Paduke Kuteera and the tool kit are provided free of cost to eligible beneficiaries, making it a completely grant-based support.
What kind of businesses does this scheme support?
This scheme specifically targets individual self-employed roadside cobblers and leather artisans involved in repair work or the production of footwear and leather goods. It is designed for micro-enterprises at various stages, from ideation to early revenue, helping them formalize and grow.
Sources
Data on this page is compiled from official program and provider references.
